Most people have little knowledge and a lot of misinformation about the
lives of gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender. Homosexuality is often
mentioned in the negative form, with stereotypes and prejudice, or it is
considered something strange and dangerous. However, as more and more
homosexuals are openly talking of their lives, this situation has been transformed.
Over time, the negative attitudes will change and people will feel more safe
and comfortable around others, regardless of sexual orientation.

What is important to know is that the people of the LGBT community have
a normal life, like anyone, gay or straight. They spend their time with work,
shopping, free time, like everyone else.

LGBT is the acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual and
Transgender. This acronym is used to identify all minority sexual orientations
and different gender identity manifestations of designated sex at birth.

In Second Life you can find many friendly LGBT places, to go out and
meet people of this community. They have, islands, beaches, bathrooms, clubs
with live DJs, various fun areas to explore and great variety of services
dedicated to this community.

Many support groups address the LGBT community in Second Life:

The Transgender Lounge is a nonprofit organization that supports the
LGBT community, based on Second Life. The organization holds events that are
advertised on the world through the group, on twitter and listed in Google
Calendar shared by group members.

The Gay Archipelago is a Second Life association of LGBT. The
archipelago is located in an international zone of Second Life which consists
of 148 sims that share the traffic. The LGBT community who enters Second Life
may find in the region a place of welcome, guidance and help. Over there
individuals can live in harmony, shopping, find services, attend parties and
get information on destinations targeted to your lifestyle. The Gay Archipelago
coordinates activities and events on all the region, and provides an
information center for all SL LGBT residents.

You can contact the leadership team in the virtual world or through the
website:

Support for Healing is a real world organization sponsoring an
online forum for people with mental health problems, depression, life problems,
and other similar issues. They have also their own island in Second Life where
several groups routinely and regularly meet. Visit the island to pick up a copy
of the newsletter and meeting schedule.